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Monday April 21, 1986: on this day
April 21, 1986 was the 111th day of the year 1986, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is April 21, 1986 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 21, 1986, who was born and died on April 21, 1986, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1986, which were the most popular songs (ex. Kiss by Prince), movies (e.g. Short Circuit, directed by John Badham), TV series (e.g. Magnus) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 21st, 1986 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 21, 1986?
- April 21, 1986: What happened on that day?
- April 21, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 21, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 21, 1986?
- April 21, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 21, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- April 21, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 21, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- April 21, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 21, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 21, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 21, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 21, 1986?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1986?
- Who was the Pope on April 21, 1986?
What day of the week was April 21, 1986?
April 21, 1986 was a Monday and it was the 111th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 21, 1986 can also be written as 4/21/1986 in the US and as 21/4/1986 in UK and Europe.
April 21, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 21, 1986:
- Bob hering sets formula one power boat record (165.338 mph, arizona).
- 90th boston marathon won by rob de castella of australia in 2:07:51.
- Geraldo rivera opens al capone's secret vault on live tv show the mystery of al capone's vault and finds nothing inside.
April 21, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 21, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 21st, 1986 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 21, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 21, 1986 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 1986 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on April 21, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 03:28 pm and setting at 04:12 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 26, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Apr 24, 1986.
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Who was born on April 21, 1986?
Famous people born on April 21, 1986:
- Isabelle Yacoubou
French professional basketball player who has excelled internationally.
- Audra Cohen
American tennis player.
- Alexander Edler
Swedish ice hockey player.
- Tina Obrez
Slovenian tennis player.
- Rodney Stuckey
American basketball player.
- Mirko Valdifiori
Italian footballer.
- Go Seul-ki
- João Guilherme
- Michael Mark
- Dickson Nwakaeme
- Fanny Smets
- Thiago Cionek
- Ángel Daniel Vassallo
- Michael Zach
- Sidnei dos Santos Reis Mariano
- Vladimir Isajčev
- Isabelle Barciulli
Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:
![Elizabeth II]()
Elizabeth IIElizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.
![Tony Danza]()
Tony DanzaTony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.
![James McAvoy]()
James McAvoyScottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...
![Iggy Pop]()
Iggy PopAmerican musician, a punk rocker.
![Christian Coma]()
Christian ComaChristian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.
![Rollo May]()
Rollo MayAmerican psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![Alana Ladd]()
Alana LaddAmerican celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.
![Claire Denis]()
Claire DenisParis, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).
![John Mortimer]()
John MortimerBritish screenwriter, barrister and author.
April 21, 1986: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 37 years 11 months old,
or 455 months and 29 days old,
or 1982 weeks and 4 days old,
or 13878 days old,
if you were born on April 21, 1986.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 21, 1986?
There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 21, 1986.
April 21, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 21, 1986:
- Marjorie Eaton
American actress and painter (d. 1986).
- Salah Jahin
Egyptian poet, playwright, and composer (b. 1930).
- Giorgio Favaretto
- Jozef Kalina
- Dixie Compton
What famous deaths happened on April 21st?
Famous deaths on April 21st:
![Nina Simone]()
Nina SimoneAmerican jazz singer.
![Ursula Jeans]()
Ursula JeansSimla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").
![Charles 'Buddy' Rogers]()
Charles 'Buddy' RogersAmerican actor and musician (born in 1904).
![James Melton]()
James MeltonAmerican operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.
- Mark Twain
Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...
- Lymon Twain
Lymon Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.
- Oaks Twain
Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
- Mackinsey Twain
Mackinsey Twain was a celebrated American writer and humorist, known for his iconic novels 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The...
- Rmoni Simone
Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.
- Samuel Clemens
Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer who was a...
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April 21, 1986: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 21, 1986:
- Rome - city birthday.
- Texas-San Jacinto Day
- Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
- Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
- Tiradentes - Brazil.
- Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.
Observances on April 21, 1986:
- World Creativity and Innovation Day
Saints celebrated on April 21, 1986:
- Saint Wolbodo
- Saint Konrad von Parzham
- Saint Anastasius I
- Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
April 21, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 21, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 21st and April 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 21, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1986 was Kiss by Prince, according to the music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.
April 21, 1986: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Prince - Kiss
- Robert Palmer - Addicted To Love
- Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
- Bangles - Manic Monday
- Van Halen - Why Can't This Be Love
April 21, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 1986 was A Different Corner by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.
April 21, 1986: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 21, 1986 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Michael - A Different Corner
- Cliff Richard & The Young Ones - Living Doll
- Falco - Rock Me Amadeus
- Queen - A Kind Of Magic
- Sam Cooke - Wonderful World
April 21, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 1986 was Kiss by Prince And The Revolution, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.
April 21, 1986: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 21, 1986 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Prince And The Revolution - Kiss
- Nu Shooz - I Can't Wait
- Stephanie Mills - I Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love
- The Jets - Crush On You
- Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
April 21, 1986: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 21, 1986 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Short Circuit
Release year: 1986
Directed by: John Badham
Starring: Ally Sheedy, Steve Guttenberg, Fisher Stevens, Austin Pendleton
Country: United States of America
The Sacrifice
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Andrei Tarkovsky
Starring: Erland Josephson, Susan Fleetwood, Allan Edwall, Guðrún Gísladóttir
Dangerously Close
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Albert Pyun
Starring: John Stockwell, J. Eddie Peck, Carey Lowell, Bradford Bancroft
Killer Party
Release year: 1986
Directed by: William Fruet
Starring: Martin Hewitt, Ralph Seymour, Elaine Wilkes, Paul Bartel
Blue City
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Michelle Manning
Starring: Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, David Caruso, Paul Winfield
April 21, 1986: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 21, 1986 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Magnus
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Benjamin Ree
Crossroads
Release year: 1986
Directed by: Walter Hill
Treffpunkt Flughafen
Release year: 1986
April 21, 1986: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 21, 1986 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
When All You'Ve Ever Wanted Isn'T Enough
By: Harold S. Kushner
The previous bestseller, 'There is no answer but there are answers Rabbi Kushner, brought comfort to millions of people by helping them deal with life's most devastating tragedies.
Cyclops
By: Clive Cussler
Clive Cussler’s Cyclops, a bestselling NUMA Files adventure, is yet another thrilling NUMA Files adventure. Dirk Pitt is the only one who can stop an international incident from unfolding when a treasure hunter turned financier disappears.
Adrift
By: Steven Callahan
Before The Perfect Storm, before In the Heart of the Sea. Steven Callahan's dramatic tale of survival on the sea was a New York Times bestseller for more than 36% of the time.
A Perfect Spy
By: John le Carré
Magnus Pym, over the course of his seemingly unreproachable life has been everything to everyone: a loving father, a trustworthy colleague, a loyal friend, and the perfect spy.
April 21, 1986: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 21, 1986 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Commando Libya
Mind Walker
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future
Layla
King's Quest III: To Heir Is Human
Who was the US President on April 21, 1986?
On April 21, 1986 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1986?
On April 21, 1986 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 21, 1986?
On April 21, 1986 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 21st?
April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of April. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on April 21st, such as:
- 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).
What happened in 1986?
1986 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Barbra Striesand and Jon Peters relationship breaks up
- International Peace Year begins
- New York City transit fare rises from 90 cents to $1.00
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What was the calendar for April 1986?
April 1986 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
